Rampant Narine inspires KKR triumph

Sunil Narine equalled the record for the fastest half-century in the Indian Premier League as Kolkata Knight Riders romped to a record-breaking six-wicket win over rock-bottom Royal Challengers Bangalore.

The West Indies left-hander - not previously noted for his run-scoring prowess - shone after international team-mate Chris Gayle had flopped, racing to 50 off just 15 deliveries to mirror the feat of KKR colleague Yusuf Pathan against Sunrisers Hyderabad in 2014.

In stark contrast, Gayle was out first ball in RCB's total of 158-6, which the visitors - who climb to second - surpassed with 29 balls to spare, reaching numerous milestones along the way in Bengaluru.

Gayle's dismissal set the tone for an underwhelming innings from the hosts, who were dragged to a modest score courtesy of excellent contributions from Mandeep Singh (52) and Travis Head (75).